Leuven bucket list, fun things to do in Leuven

Anne

 

June 17, 2019
23 Januari 2026

Leuven Bucketlist: 4 X fun things to do and see

Leuven It's fun! And there's so much to do. Besides finding the best restaurants and shops in this city, there are plenty of other things to do. For example, visit a brewery or spend a day at a museum. All great fun! This list contains 4 fun things to do in Leuven during your staycation.

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Just back from Catalonia and I thought: I'll share some tips right away. During our road trip, we stayed two nights in the Ebro Delta. An incredibly fun stop for families and foodies alike, where there is plenty to do. · A boat trip to the Musclarium is a must! Here you eat oysters and mussels straight from the farm, in the middle of the sea. · Admire the flamingos and black ibises that can be found here all year round. · Rice is grown in the Ebro Delta all year round. For paella, but Kensho also makes sake and miso from it! You can visit them during a tasting. · Cycling along the rice fields, canoeing on the Ebro River, and visiting various beaches. It was still a bit too cold now, but there is plenty to do. · The towns are very low-key and not that exciting, but you can find fantastic local food there. From the Michelin-awarded Les Moles* to local eateries like Vermuteria Bonmarisc and Lo Tinglado. We ate a lot of fish, but also anemone fritters (a first!). Now back to work, and I’m going to create an extensive travel guide of this road trip through Catalonia, but you’ll want to save these tips for a future adventure. ✖️✖️✖️ 🖊️ @anne_de_buck { In this post, I share tips for the Ebro Delta in Spain (Delta de l'Ebre). More tips for Catalonia can be found at www.yourlittleblackbook.me }
PUUR JONNIE, an ode to Jonnie Boer. Today I had the honor of being at @delibrijezwolle for the book launch of @jonnie_en_therese. I spent the entire evening reading and browsing. WHAT A BOOK. What stories. WHAT AN ODE. Love, Nature, Pioneer, Fatherhood, Music, Jonnie's Foundation, Friendship, Suppliers, Local products, Relaxation, Entrepreneurship, Humor & The pure human being. Everything is covered, beautifully written by @joel.broekaert. With contributions from, among others, @nelsontanate, @rekkebus, @ronblaauwtje, @jorisbijdendijk, @sidney_schutte & @hvw043. Thanks for the wonderful afternoon @jonnie_en_therese 💚 PUUR JONNIE, Available from April 14 at your local bookstore (and online) 🖊️ @anne_de_buck
This is your ticket to Japan without taking a plane 🥢 @tewatashi.ams in De Pijp serves an authentic Edo-Mae Sushi Experience and is super consistent in their quality. It's the place we keep going back to when we have something to celebrate <3. In this video I'm sharing the 2 hour experience in 60 seconds. Still dreaming about the buttery ika nigiri. 🤤 ✖️✖️✖️ 🖊️ @anne_de_buck { one of the best authentic Japanese restaurants in Amsterdam serving premium sushi omakase in De Pijp }

LEUVEN bucket list for your weekend away

Visit a breweryj: In Leuven and the surrounding area, you'll find several breweries you can visit. The Stella Artois Brewery is undoubtedly the most famous, but it's much more fun to visit one of the smaller breweries, such as the Domus brewery. Tip: order a tasting of three different beers.
domusleuven.be

M: M stands for Museum Leuven, and it's definitely worth a visit, especially on a rainy day. The building's striking blend of modern and traditional architecture makes it a striking sight. Want a beautiful view of the city? Don't miss M's rooftop terrace!
mleuven.be

Snack Tap: On the first Sunday of August, Leuven transforms into one giant open-air restaurant during the Hapje Tapje food festival. Foodie? Plan your visit this weekend, follow the route, and sample culinary delights and local beers at various stalls and restaurants along the way.
facebook.com/hapjetapje

Urban Art Bike Tour: Renting a bike in a city is always recommended. It's a great way to see a lot in a short time and explore the neighborhoods outside the city center. In Leuven, it's even more fun to combine cycling with an Urban Art Tour! In two hours, you'll discover the city's most beautiful street art.
facebook.com/leuvenurbanart

Have fun in Leuven!

fun things to do in leuven

© René Heyvaert, M for Museum Leuven

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